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KPMG Director, Engineering - Innovation in Memphis, Tennessee
Business Title: Director, Engineering - Innovation
Requisition Number: 115202 - 84
Function: Business Support Services
Area of Interest:
State: TN
City: Memphis
Description:
Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.
KPMG is currently seeking a Director, Engineering - Innovation to join our Digital Nexus Technology organization. This is a remote work opportunity.
Responsibilities:
Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for the Foundational Model Operations Group, aligned with business objectives and industry best practices; provide strategic leadership to the team, inspiring and motivating them to achieve operational excellence in generative AI model development and management
Collaborate with senior executives and key stakeholders to align model operations with business goals, identify opportunities for improvement, and drive organizational change where necessary
Oversee the development and deployment of generative AI models, ensuring adherence to best practices, quality standards, and regulatory requirements; define and implement processes for efficient model development, testing, validation, and deployment, ensuring scalability and reliability
Liaise with research and engineering teams to facilitate the seamless integration of models into production systems; establish and maintain processes for monitoring and evaluating model performance, accuracy, and compliance throughout the model lifecycle
Implement robust governance mechanisms to manage version control, documentation, and model retraining to ensure optimal performance and mitigate risks; improve model operations processes, leveraging automation and tooling to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of data scientists, engineers, and operations specialists, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment; define clear goals and performance expectations, conduct regular performance reviews, and provide guidance and support for professional growth; promote a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and knowledge sharing within the team and across the organization
Qualifications:
Minimum ten years of recent experience in data science, machine learning, or AI-related roles, with at least five years in a leadership capacity
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred
Strong expertise in generative AI models, deep learning frameworks, and model deployment in production environments
Proven track record of successfully leading and managing large-scale model operations or data science teams
In-depth knowledge of model governance, monitoring, and evaluation practices, as well as regulatory considerations
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with diverse teams and senior executives; demonstrated capability to drive strategic initiatives, prioritize effectively, and deliver results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
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